That’s according to European transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, who says AC Milan are in for the hitman too.
Costa is set to leave Stamford Bridge this summer after being told by text that he’s not part of Antonio Conte’s plans.
And a return to Atletico, where he made his name, has been widely touted as a possibility despite their ongoing transfer ban.
Reports have suggested the Spanish giants are struggling to agree a fee with Chelsea, who want more than £40m for Costa.
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